Occupational Therapist - Adult Community, Rural

• Permanent part-time opportunity (0.6FTE/24hr per week) in our Rural Sector Adult Community Mental Health Team
• Work closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team
• New Zealand registration with the relevant professional board and current Annual Practicing Certificate is essential

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

The Rural Adult Community Mental health Service has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist Case Manager with mental health experience to join their team. The team provides an assessment and treatment service for tāngata whaiora (consumers) experiencing moderate to severe mental health issues and works closely with their whānau (family) - both in the rural community and alongside inpatient services.  The Rural Team covers between Kaikoura to the north and the Rakaia River to the south and there will be travel to these locations.

About You

We are looking for a professional and highly motivated Occupational Therapist Case Manager to join our team.  This is a generic case management role where you will hold a caseload, however you will have the opportunity to utilise your OT skills such as functional performance assessments using OT processes, and cognitive and sensory performance components where agreed to in the MDT. To be successful in our team you will display a positive attitude and enthusiasm for this area of work, you will enjoy being part of a committed and diverse multi-disciplinary team and work in collaboration with a group of professionals that recognises the importance of providing quality care and services to Whaiora, and whānau. Interacting with a variety of stakeholders, you will have an ability to effectively manage and prioritise assessments, formulations and interventions in the community.  We have a respectful team culture, you will have the ability to work well together within the team. 

• It is essential that you have the ability to think on your feet, triage and prioritise tāngata whaiora’s needs appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• You will work alongside tāngata whaiora who you will proactively engage with and support to engage with their treatment and other holistic supports.
• Highly developed risk assessment is important as is your ability to develop effective rapport with people who may be mentally unwell or distressed.
• A minimum of 2 year’ experience in a mental health setting is preferable.
• New Zealand Registration as an Allied Health Professional with Annual Practicing certificate is essential

Please ensure you include a covering letter to highlight your relevant skillset and experience.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Thursday, 13th August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment Partner Lisa Gray on Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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